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Can you name more than one owner?

An owner is someone with a financial interest in the boat. If there is more than one owner, we need to have each owner's name and address listed on the policy. If there is ever a claim, the payment would be payable to all the insured parties.

Is my boat covered out of the water?

What cruising ranges are available?

We offer 14 different optional cruising ranges for your vessel.

Please refer to the policy document to view the various options (Page 17-19). Please note when selecting a cruising range that extends beyond inland waterways and coastal waters of the Republic of Ireland and Northern Ireland, it may have an impact on the premium, excess and cover provided.

Am I covered outside Ireland?

Cover is provided within the agreed cruising range. You will need to contact us if you wish to extend your cruising range as this is not automatically covered and this may have an impact of the premium, excess and cover provided. You will also need to advise us if you want to permanently base the vessel outside of the Republic of Ireland or Northern Ireland.

What is a survey

If I run into difficulty and need emergency advice who do I contact?

Our 24-hour boat insurance 24 hour emergency advice line 1890 77 99 99 (Call operator charges may vary) is always there to advise you if you run into trouble, and offers peace of mind at difficult times.

Is my boat covered while being towed by a car?

Are water sports covered?

Not as part of the standard cover. Waterskiing, wakeboarding and towing rings can be covered by extension for an additional premium. Cover is not provided for the towing of bananas, parascending or similar.

Am I covered to race my sailing boat?

Can anyone drive the boat?

For boats with a maximum designed speed of up to 17 knots the driver must have your permission and not be under 12 years of age. For boats with maximum designed speed of over 17 knots theknots the driver must have your permission, not be under 16 years of age and must have a powerboat handling cert or at least 3 years experience with fast craft (vessels with maximum designed speed in excess of 17 knots).

What is an excess?

An excess is the first amount of any loss that you are responsible for in the event of making a claim. This amount is deducted from the total claim settlement figure. The only exception is in relation to claims for total or constructive total loss of the boat or liabilities to third parties.

Our standard pleasure craft excesses are €200, €350, or €700. However, this may vary depending on the type of loss or type of policy. Please refer to your schedule of insurance, policy booklet, or contact us directly if you wish to query this amount.

Is my outboard engine covered if stolen?

What should I do if my vessel sinks/ leaks while moored?

You must take all reasonable steps to prevent further loss or damage from occurring. This includes having engines flushed through immediately after a sinking incident and immediately putting dehumidifiers into the internal areas of your boat which have been affected by a leak or sinking incident. This is a condition of your policy.

What should I do if I am involved in a collision?

Do not admit liability. Take the name and contact details of the Third Party and of any witnesses involved. If possible take photographs of the damage sustained to both parties’ boats. Report the incident to our claims department.